Scarlett Posted March 5, 2009 Share Posted March 5, 2009 As many of you know, 2 weeks ago my female eclectus, Lacey, had surgery to remove a bound egg. So many of you helped me in suggesting foods to get her eating again and had great words of encouragement. Although she appeared to be getting better, last night she began crying and seemed to be getting very weak. By this morning things were no better and she didn't want to eat at all. After my boyfriend came home and checked her at lunch she was no better. I knew when he said she refused peanut butter things were not good. I bundled her up and took her to the vet. I sang to her the whole way there (Rockin' Robin was "our" song) and told her I loved her. The vet put her in the incubator but it was too late and she died within the hour. He did an autopsy and the poor little thing's intestine had ruptured. There was nothing any of us could have done. I want to thank everyone for their encouragement during these last few weeks. We will miss her terribly but at least she is no longer suffering. She must have been in such pain. It's nice to know that there are people like you I can talk to about this who understand how much a parrot means to someone. We still have our new grey, Scarlett, and will lavish her with all of our love and attention now but there will always be a member of our family missing. REST IN PEACE LACEY - YOU WERE LOVED. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luvparrots Posted March 5, 2009 Share Posted March 5, 2009 I am so very sorry to hear about Lacey. Know that your little sweetheart is now flying free at last. God Bless. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Talon Posted March 5, 2009 Share Posted March 5, 2009 I am so sorry to hear this. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
judygram Posted March 5, 2009 Share Posted March 5, 2009 I am so sorry to hear this Mary, I really thought Lacey was going to make it but you just never know, please accept my condolenses on your loss. May she forever fly free at the Rainbow Bridge. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers that your pain will soon be eased. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Toni Posted March 5, 2009 Share Posted March 5, 2009 Really sorry to hear about your loss.My thoughts and prayers w/you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ajlinva Posted March 5, 2009 Share Posted March 5, 2009 I am so sorry to hear about your loss. You did everything you could. My prayers are with you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eckobird Posted March 5, 2009 Share Posted March 5, 2009 I'm soo sorry for your loss! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vgladden40 Posted March 5, 2009 Share Posted March 5, 2009 I'm so sorry for your loss. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest jamalbirdbiz Posted March 5, 2009 Share Posted March 5, 2009 :( :( Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Poppy Posted March 5, 2009 Share Posted March 5, 2009 Im really sorry about Lacey .My thoughts are with you Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CarolandFamily Posted March 5, 2009 Share Posted March 5, 2009 I am soo sorry about the loss of your baby Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
danmcq Posted March 5, 2009 Share Posted March 5, 2009 Thats very sad news regarding Lacey. You have my condolences at this sad time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
luvmygrey Posted March 5, 2009 Share Posted March 5, 2009 I am sorry to hear about your loss:( My thoughts are with you during this sad time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ranaz Posted March 6, 2009 Share Posted March 6, 2009 I am sorry to hear this. I know that feeling and I how difficult it is. Geting another bird immediately helped me to feel better cos i couldnt bare the empty cage, perhaps getting another bird as soon as you are ready will help you deal with this Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
daveyj Posted March 6, 2009 Share Posted March 6, 2009 Heartbreaking:( Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aglover09 Posted March 12, 2009 Share Posted March 12, 2009 remember the good times and all the joy she brang to you..sorry:( Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lovethatgrey Posted March 12, 2009 Share Posted March 12, 2009 I'm truly sorry for your loss. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jasperk Posted March 13, 2009 Share Posted March 13, 2009 i am verry sorry about your loss. my thoughts are with you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scarlett Posted March 13, 2009 Author Share Posted March 13, 2009 I would like to thank everyone for their condolences on Lacey. We miss her but are coping. Scarlett, our grey we got just a week before Lacey got sick, has been a great comfort and it's nice to have her to come home to every day. She has quite the personality and is talking and whistling more every day. Our vet that took care of Lacey was wonderful and a few days after she passed we received a wonderful poem and certificate stating he had made a contribution to an animal charity in her name. It was very touching and its nice to know she was being remembered in such a nice way. Anyways, thanks again to all of you. Your thoughts and words are appreciated. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
she Posted March 13, 2009 Share Posted March 13, 2009 I am so sorry to hear about Lacey.I think that was a wonderfull gesture from your vet and I am sure gave some comfort.I know how hard you tried for Lacey and be sure that she knows that. Love Sheila Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SchroedersJen Posted March 13, 2009 Share Posted March 13, 2009 Poor little muffin I hope Scarlett continues to be a great comfort to *and does not get bitey) and that you are able to be the same for her (also by not being bitey!). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PekingeseMama Posted March 13, 2009 Share Posted March 13, 2009 I wish there was something I could say other than "I'm sorry.":( Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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